Alternative Centres Of Power Flashcards
(20 cards)
What was the purpose of the Marshall Plan introduced by the US after World War II?
To revive the European economy and establish an organization for European Economic Cooperation in 1948.
When was the European Union (EU) established?
The European Union was established in 1992.
What were some objectives of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)?
To accelerate economic growth, promote social progress and cultural development, and foster regional peace.
What is the ASEAN WAY?
It is a form of informal interaction, non-confrontation, and cooperation standing on three pillars: ASEAN Security Committee, ASEAN Economic Committee, and ASEAN Socio-Cultural Committee.
What is the ASEAN regional Forum (ARF)?
The ARF was established in 1994 as a forum for security dialogue and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region.
How did China end its political and economic isolation in the 1970s?
China ended its political and economic isolation by establishing relations with the US in 1972, implementing modernization policies, and adopting an open-door policy.
What factors contribute to China being recognized as an economic power regionally and globally?
Integration and interdependency with other nations, outward-looking investment and aid policies, and projecting itself as a global player through investments in Latin America and Africa.
What were some historical issues that caused tensions between India and China?
Issues included the Tibet problem, border disputes in Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin, the 1962 Chinese attack on India, and Chinese contributions to Pakistan’s nuclear program
How did India-China relations improve from the mid-1970s?
Through a series of talks to resolve border issues and establish peace and tranquility on the border
What is the significance of the European Union’s combined armed forces?
The EU’s combined armed forces are the second-largest in the world by spending, after the US, and include nuclear capabilities in countries like Britain and France.
How does the EU influence the international world economic organization?
The EU functions as an important bloc in organizations like the World Trade Organization due to its economic power.
What are some limitations that affect the EU’s ability to act in foreign relations and defense matters?
Member states’ differing foreign relations and defense policies can limit the EU’s ability to act cohesively.
When did ASEAN begin its formation, and what countries were its founding members?
ASEAN was established in 1967, with Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand as its founding members.
What was the purpose of the ASEAN Vision 2020?
To encourage negotiations over conflicts in the region and promote East Asian cooperation.
What are some characteristics of China’s economic rise?
China’s economic rise is attributed to factors like population, land mass, resources, regional location, and political influence.
How does the EU exert political and diplomatic influence?
EU members like Britain and France hold permanent seats in the UN Security Council and can influence policies through diplomacy, investment, and dialogue on various issues
What is the common vision among EU member states?
The EU member states share a common vision of a European capitalist community with a common foreign and security policy, cooperation on justice and home affairs, and a single currency
What are some ways in which the EU has diplomatic and military influence?
The EU’s combined armed forces are among the world’s largest, and its members have seats in the UN Security Council, giving them diplomatic and military influence.
How has India engaged with ASEAN in terms of trade agreements?
India has signed Free Trade Areas with ASEAN members like Singapore and Thailand, as well as an overall Free Trade Agreement with ASEAN itself.
How did Europe’s relations change after World War II?
The assumptions and structures on which European states based their relations were shattered, leading to the establishment of organizations like the EU for cooperation on trade, economic, and political issues.
